Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Canterbury bus station | Whitstable Bus Stop (opp Long Reach P.H.) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | University of Kent, Keynes College | Whitstable Bus Stop (opp Long Reach P.H.) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Canterbury bus station | Whitstable Bus Stop (opp Long Reach P.H.) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Canterbury bus station | Whitstable Bus Stop (opp Long Reach P.H.) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Canterbury bus station | Whitstable Bus Stop (opp Long Reach P.H.) | No tags |
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Get from Canterbury to Whitstable
The journey takes about 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 29768 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £5
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Canterbury to Whitstable
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Canterbury to Whitstable?
The cheapest coach tickets from Canterbury to Whitstable start from £5. The average price for this route is around £5. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Canterbury to Whitstable?
The average bus journey time from Canterbury to Whitstable is 17m, covering a distance of 4 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Canterbury to Whitstable route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Canterbury to Whitstable?
The earliest bus departs from Canterbury to Whitstable at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:03.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Canterbury to Whitstable?
A bus journey from Canterbury to Whitstable produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Canterbury to Whitstable was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Canterbury to Whitstable as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £7 for a bus ticket from Canterbury to Whitstable based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-17.
